iOS 26: Here's Everything You Need to Know About the iPhone Software
- Apple released macOS 26.5 beta 2 to developers, continuing the rollout of its latest operating system updates two weeks after the initial beta version launched.
- Beta 1 introduced end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in the Messages app and a new Suggested Places feature for Apple Maps, marking the primary changes from the previous iteration.
- Testing suggests changes in the second beta remain minimal, with no evidence of anticipated Gemini-powered AI upgrades; Apple continues testing Live Activities for third-party accessories in Europe.
- Developers can access the build via System Settings by navigating to General and then Software Update; Apple advises backing up their Mac before selecting the Developer Tahoe Beta.
- Public beta versions for these updates are expected to arrive in the next day or so, and users are encouraged to report any new findings discovered while testing.
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Apple Releases Second watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Betas
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Apple releases second betas of iOS 26.5 and macOS Tahoe 26.5
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